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Memoire Intense

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Zara Memoire Intense is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021. Memoire Intense opens with Bitter Orange and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Rose and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Cashmere Wood, Cedar, Sandalwood, and Patchouli. Zara's Memoire Intense carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This one's a divisive marvel, a clean citrus-rose with serious legs, but some find it a bit too 'laundry detergent' or even synthetic. Whether it's a classy dupe or a unique gem, its affordability and performance made it a Zara fan favourite - gutted it's discontinued!
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  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Elegant
  • Relaxed
  • Sophisticated
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Memoire Intense Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Idôle L’Intense by Lancôme
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Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its clean, fresh, and non-offensive profile makes it perfect for office and casual wear. The impressive longevity means it lasts all day, but its moderate sillage keeps it from being too loud for formal settings or dates where a more bold statement might be desired.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Opens with a zesty, almost jammy bitter orange and mandarin, lending a bright, juicy tartness. This quickly settles into a heart of delicate rose and ethereal jasmine, creating a clean, almost 'laundry fresh' floralcy. The dry down is a smooth, elegant blend of cashmere wood, cedar, sandalwood, and a subtle patchouli, grounding the brightness with a sophisticated woody warmth that lingers beautifully.

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